Eid – The Beautiful Gift After Ramadan
The best part of Ramadan is the celebration of Eid. Eid al-Fitr means “the festival of breaking the fast.” It is a special day to thank Allah for giving us the strength to fast, worship, and grow closer to Him throughout Ramadan.
The word Eid comes from an Arabic root word ع و د- which means to return, to come back again, or to repeat. Islamic scholars explain that Eid is called Eid because it returns every year. With it, joy, blessings, mercy, and happiness return again and again. Eid is a gift from Allah. It is a day of worship and happiness together. It is a time for unity, remembrance of Allah, gratitude, forgiveness, caring for others, and sharing joy with the community.
The Prophet ﷺ said that Allah replaced the festivals of the past with two better days for this Ummah: Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha. This shows that Eid is not just a cultural event, but a sacred and honored day in Islam.
On one Eid day, Abu Bakr (رضي الله عنه) entered while two girls were singing. The Prophet ﷺ gently reminded him that every nation has its festival, and this is our festival. This teaches us that halal joy and happiness are part of our religion.
Umm ‘Atiyyah (رضي الله عنها) narrated that women of all situations were encouraged to come out on Eid, including young girls and even those who were menstruating, so they could witness the goodness, the unity, and the supplication of the Muslims. This shows that Eid is meant for everyone and strengthens the sense of community.
After such a deep spiritual month, it is natural to feel a little sad when Ramadan ends. But Eid is a day of joy. Eat, enjoy, smile, and spend time with your family and friends. This happiness is also a form of worship because Allah Himself has allowed and encouraged us to celebrate and not fast on this day.
At the same time, Eid is not an end to our relationship with Allah. Do not forget Allah after Ramadan. Do not forget the promises you made to Him. Continue praying your five daily salah, continue reading the Quran, and reflect on its meaning every day.
One of the best ways to stay spiritually connected after Ramadan is to stay connected with the Quran. If possible, join a class or follow a reliable YouTube series that teaches the Quran. If that feels difficult, then simply listen to the meaning of the Quran for five to ten minutes daily. Make sure not a single day passes without reflecting on Allah’s words.
May Allah accept our Ramadan, bless our Eid, and keep our hearts connected to Him long after the month has passed. Ameen.
Preparing for Eid – A Simple Sunnah Guide
The Prophet ﷺ and his companions taught us simple Sunnahs to follow on this special day, starting even before leaving for the Eid prayer.
Before going out for Eid prayer, it is recommended to make ghusl (take a bath). The Sahabah used to perform ghusl on the day of Eid, showing the importance of cleanliness and preparing ourselves physically and spiritually for worship.
Wearing clean and nice clothes is also from the Sunnah. Ibn ‘Umar (رضي الله عنه) used to wear his best clothes on Eid. This shows that Eid is a day to look presentable and grateful for Allah’s blessings, without being extravagant.
On Eid al-Fitr, the Prophet ﷺ would eat something before going out for the prayer. He would eat an odd number of dates. This reminds us that fasting is finished and that Eid is not a day of fasting.
Zakat al-Fitr must be given before the Eid prayer. This charity purifies the fast and helps the poor share in the happiness of Eid. It is an important obligation and should not be delayed until after the prayer.
While going to the Eid prayer, the Prophet ﷺ and the companions used to say the Takbir out loud. This fills the heart with remembrance of Allah and spreads the spirit of Eid. The words of the Takbir remind us that Allah is the Greatest and that all praise belongs to Him.
At the place of prayer, Eid Salah is performed. It consists of two rak‘ahs with extra takbirs. This prayer is a special gift from Allah and a beautiful way to begin the day of Eid.
After the prayer, the khutbah is delivered. Listening to it is Sunnah.
After completing the prayer, the companions of the Prophet ﷺ used to congratulate one another by saying, “Taqabbal Allahu minna wa minkum,” which means, “May Allah accept from us and from you.” This simple dua spreads love and unity among Muslims.
The Prophet ﷺ also had the habit of returning home by a different route than the one he took to go to the prayer. This Sunnah carries wisdom and increases remembrance of Allah.
Eid is a day of happiness. Expressing joy in halal ways, meeting family, smiling, and being kind are all part of the spirit of Eid. At the same time, we remember Allah and stay within the limits He has set.
One very important reminder is that fasting on the day of Eid is forbidden. Eid is a day of eating, gratitude, and celebration after completing the worship of Ramadan.
May Allah allow us to follow the Sunnah, accept our worship, and make Eid a source of peace, joy, and closeness to Him. Ameen.
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